Linseed, golden 1kg TARGROCH

Linseed, golden 1 kg TARGROCH

Linseed is the seed of common flax (Linum usitatissimum), cultivated and known for millennia. In recent times, flax seeds have been used more and more often due to their health-promoting properties.

Golden linseed ingredients and health-promoting properties

In flaxseed we can find B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, folic acid), E and K, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus (responsible for healthy bones, teeth and many important biochemical processes of the body), potassium (controlling blood pressure ), zinc (giving skin, hair, nails a beautiful appearance), iron (e.g. in the formation of blood platelets).

Contain large amounts of fiber, including soluble fiber with gelling properties, supporting the development of intestinal flora. Insoluble fiber, together with the consumption of more water, helps in the fight against constipation.

Flax seeds contain a lot of Omega-3 acids, e.g. ALA (alpha-lipoic acid), which care for the health of the circulatory system - they reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, improve brain function, have an anti-inflammatory effect (especially for the intestines), and protect the mucosa stomach.

Lignans from the group of polyphenols in golden flax seeds

They have the most seeds among the so-called lignans (phytoestrogens) from the group of plant polyphenols, which have a very strong antioxidant effect. Lignans regulate the hormonal balance, help in the fight against prostate cancer, breast cancer in women, ovaries, and colon cancer. They support the fight against osteoporosis, LDL cholesterol, high blood pressure, type II diabetes, etc.

Nutritional and energy value of 100g golden linseed(according to USDA)

Energy value 528 kcal.

Carbohydrates 28.6g, fats 42g (including saturated fats approx. 3.7g), protein 18.3g, fiber 27.2g.

Minerals: magnesium 386mg, calcium 257mg, phosphorus 643mg, potassium 815mg, iron 5.7mg, zinc 4.3mg, sodium 28.6mg.

Vitamins: K 4.3 µg, E 0.3mg, B1 1.6mg, B3 3.1mg, B9 85.7 µg.

Use of linseeds

Linseed is used as an addition to muesli, yoghurts, salads, cocktails, soups, for baking bread and cookies. It is best to soak flax seeds for some time before eating them. You can also grind them, but shortly before consumption, to prevent the oxidation of fats beneficial for the body.